Sat.Mar 18, 2023 - Fri.Mar 24, 2023

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Stagnation in Leadership: How to Avoid Getting Stuck in the Weeds

Lolly Daskal

As an executive leadership coach, I have firsthand seen the price that companies pay when their leaders become overwhelmed in the details or preoccupied with the specifics that they fail to see the bigger picture. This stagnation not only affects the leader’s own leadership, but also the teams they lead and the entire organization. Some consequences of stagnation in leadership include: Decreased employee morale: When a leader is buried in minutia, it leaves employees disengaged or frustrat

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Is ChatGPT Going to Change Search Marketing?

Chief Outsiders

Microsoft’s recent announcement on adding ChatGPT AI Technology to Bing must be sending warning signals to Google on the future of search marketing. With the integration of ChatGPT in Bing, the search engine will be able to provide results in a natural language – more conversational than a list of links that is today’s norm.

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Leaders Love Puzzles (for Better and for Worse)

Ed Batista

An observation drawn from my practice is that leaders love puzzles. So do many people, of course, but typically as an absorbing hobby. In my experience a disproportionate number of leaders exhibit an almost obsessive need to tackle and solve complex problems, and this trait is one of the factors that drove them to seek out (or create) a leadership role, which reliably presents them with any number of "puzzles" to solve on a daily basis.

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Automatic Influence: How Your Perception Influences Everything You Do

Michael McKinney

I T ALL STARTS with perception. Everything we feel, every choice we make, and everything we do all starts with our perception of our environment. Our perceptions automatically influence our feeling, and they in turn, automatically influence our actions. Perception is powerful. Erik Van Alstine takes us through the various ways the See-Feel-Act Progression influences everything we do in Automatic Influence: New Power for Change in Work and Life.

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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The Power of Delegation: How to Lead and Empower Your Team

Lolly Daskal

As an executive leadership coach, I often see leaders struggle with how to effectively delegate tasks and projects to their team in a way that empowers and motivates them. Many leaders worry that if they don’t do a job themselves, it won’t be done right. But there are ways to ensure that tasks and projects are completed successfully while also empowering and motivating your team.

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A CEO’s Guide to Growth | Part 1

Chief Outsiders

Part 1: Introducing the GROW Blueprint In less than 30 years, the lifespan of an S&P 500 company declined from an average of ~ 32 years in 1996 to a projected 19 years in 2023. By 2030, experts predict companies will last a mere 17 years. The trends will be no different for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

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Leading Thoughts for March 23, 2023

Michael McKinney

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Bob Chapman , Chairman and CEO of Barry-Wehmiller, on developing human potential: “When somebody comes into our organization and agrees to join us, when we invite them into our organization, we become stewards of that life, just as we are when a child comes into our life.

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6 Ways to Encourage Your Employees to Reach Their Full Potential

Lolly Daskal

You know you found the right leader for your career when they are eager to take an active interest in your growth and success. The best leaders know how to get the most out of people. Here are six ways the most effective leaders encourage their employees to reach their full potential: Promote individually: When promoting individually, this means giving specific goals and objectives to work towards.

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Wizard or Witch? How to Keep Your Business Ahead of the Tornado

Chief Outsiders

My little sister, the owner of an upscale hair salon in Georgia, called last week. Twice. No message. In our family that means a twister has touched down in the backyard, so “call me back – now.” I eventually reached my dear sis and she spat, in a Wizard-of-Oz-Lions-and-Tigers-and-Bears-Oh-My tone of voice, her concerns over the economy. The collapse of two banks.

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3 Ways Dogs and People Rise

Leadership Freak

You and I are like dogs. A kicked dog expects to be kicked. When things go bad we expect things to go bad.

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Future of HR: Navigating Transformation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Jeremy York

Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the rapidly evolving HR landscape as we examine how technological innovation, regulatory changes, talent strategies, and evolving diversity approaches are reshaping the profession. This webinar will provide HR professionals with practical insights on leveraging AI and emerging technologies while maintaining compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

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Culture is the Way: 5 Steps to Building a World-Class Culture

Michael McKinney

Y OU CAN CHANGE the results your organization is getting by changing its culture. And every organization has a culture whether it is by design or by default. “Whether an organization has a world-class culture or a toxic one, its future depends on how much attention and focus it puts on growing its culture,” writes Matt Mayberry, the author of Culture is the Way: How Leaders at Every Level Build an Organization for Speed, Impact, and Excellence.

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4 Ways to Motivate Your Team Without Stressing Them Out

Lolly Daskal

Motivating your team can be a difficult task, especially if you don’t want to add any extra stress to their already busy schedules. However, there are several ways you can motivate your team without stressing them out. Here are five effective strategies: Allow team members to be in the driver seat: One of the biggest motivators for employees is the ability to have control over their work.

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Four Ways that Fractional Leadership is Transforming a Resource-Starved World

Chief Outsiders

In a world where much is spoken about uncertainties, there still are many things that are as certain as ever. Despite the impact of a shaky global economy and a population still looking to shake off Covid’s impacts, hard work – and ingenuity – still rule the day. Individual efforts of unaffiliated workers comprise more nearly 60 percent of the U.S. workforce today , thanks to modern socio-economic values that embrace such flexibility.

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7 Ways to Meet the Need to Feel Seen, Heard, and Understood

Leadership Freak

You feel motivated when you feel seen. You tend to disengage when you feel unheard. You’re anxious or angry when you feel misunderstood. You engage when you feel you matter.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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5 mistakes you’re probably making when you give feedback

Suzi McAlpine

If you’re still not sure whether nailing feedback conversations should be one of your main skills to prioritise as a leader, check out these studies: Gallup data shows that when employees receive “meaningful feedback”, they are almost four times more likely than other employees to be engaged. Meaningful feedback isn’t the norm, however. In another recent… The post 5 mistakes you’re probably making when you give feedback first appeared on Suzi McAlpine | The Art of Leadership.

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6 Things Successful Leaders do to Retain Their Top Talent

Lolly Daskal

As a leader, it’s important to consider how to retain top talent in order to have a successful team. One key way to do this is by creating an employee value proposition that truly resonates with your employees. Successful leaders understand that this proposition must be meaningful enough to make a real difference in the lives of their team members.

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The Retailer’s Dilemma - Acquisition or Retention?

Chief Outsiders

Last year, the CEO of JCPenney talked with the Wall Street Journal about “doubling down on existing clients.” That got me thinking about that often ignored, but important aspect of marketing for many companies – retention. For some companies, keeping a customer is far more profitable than acquiring a new one. But is that true for all? I suggest it’s not.

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3 Reasons Variety is Essential

Leadership Freak

Common wisdom deceives you. You’re boring because some knucklehead said: You fall behind if you continue doing the same things, even when you’re doing great today. 3 reasons variety is essential: #1.

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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Saying ‘No’ to Unlock Your Most Productive Self

Michael Hyatt

Chances are pretty good you’ve helped a friend or family member move at some point—voluntarily or otherwise. Let’s be honest: It’s a task no one enjoys. It’s labor-intensive, tiring, sometimes boring, and you’re likely spending an entire day doing it. No amount of free pizza is worth that. Still, you love your friends and family […] The post Saying ‘No’ to Unlock Your Most Productive Self appeared first on Full Focus.

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3 Things to Keep in Mind When Delivering Negative Feedback

Kellogg Insight

First, understand the purpose of the conversation, which is trickier than it sounds.

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Creating a Structure for Thought Leadership| Lynette Jackson

Peter Winick

How thought leadership can be an umbrella for the brands of your organization. An interview with Lynette Jackson about creating a structure for successful thought leadership in organizations. In an organization with a large C-suite, dozens of departments, and hundreds of experts, How could you possibly hope to create a unified direction? To better understand how to achieve this feat, I’ve invited Lynette Jackson, the Head of Communications at Siemens, to join me.

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HR’s Complete Guide to the Employee Handbook 

AIHR

An employee handbook should be the backbone of any organization to provide guidance and clarity on all HR-related items. Every HR team spends significant time and energy answering employee HR-related questions. With a well-crafted manual in place, not only do you have a reference point for employees to turn to when they have questions or concerns, but it also helps create a more streamlined, efficient HR process.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.

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Six Leadership Tips To Address Housing’s Challenging Times

Forbes Leadership

Business transformation has been critical in the past three years, putting an unnatural strain on leaders. Add those pressures to the growing housing crisis for the perfect storm of leadership challenges. Experts offer tips on how to adjust to today's times.

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How to Prepare for Performance Management Conversations

Scott Elbin

For a number of my executive coaching clients, it’s the time of year when they’re wrapping up annual performance review conversations. As is usually the case, some of those are easy and fun, and others are hard and stress-inducing. Whether they’re part of an annual cycle, or much more useful, a timely pull-up on recent performance, performance management conversations are a fact of corporate life.

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Money Buddies: Don’t Go It Alone with Your Wallet

Nir Eyal

Now, more than ever, we have to be smart with our money. Yet navigating our personal finances and adhering to a budget can be a daunting task. However, there’s a free and fun technique that anyone can use to get back on track with their finances: getting a money buddy. The post Money Buddies: Don’t Go It Alone with Your Wallet appeared first on Nir and Far.

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HR’s Guide to Analyzing and Lowering Attrition Rate

AIHR

The attrition rate indicates the percentage of employees who leave an organization compared to the average population employed over a specified period. It is also referred to as termination , planned or voluntary resignation, structural changes, and layoffs. This guide will detail how to calculate attrition rate, factors that impact attrition, and how to analyze your company’s attrition rate score.

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Miss One Change, Face Major Risk: The New Compliance Crisis In HR And How To Fix It

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

From rapidly changing state-level labor laws and evolving workplace protections to new compliance expectations around pay equity and hybrid policies, HR teams are navigating a constant wave of regulatory updates. It’s not just about reacting anymore; it’s about anticipating risk, aligning stakeholders, and taking a smarter, proactive stance. In this session, we’ll cut through the noise and help you focus on what matters.

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American IQ Test Scores Show Recent Declines, According To New Study

Forbes Leadership

American IQ test scores have dropped during a recent 13-year period, according to a newly published study. That's a remarkable finding that runs counter to the well-established trend of increasing IQ scores throughout much of the 20th century.

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Learn How to Start Journaling. It’s a Ritual Worth the Time

BetterUp

Did you know one of the most powerful self-improvement activities is right at your fingertips? No, it’s not working out or having good sleep hygiene (although these are great habits). It’s something even simpler — learning how to start journaling.

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What the Southwest meltdown says about the need for HR-driven digital transformation

Kotter Inc.

The post What the Southwest meltdown says about the need for HR-driven digital transformation appeared first on Kotter International Inc.

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Why Productivity Isn’t Everything for Leaders

Association Now Leadership

Intense focus on meeting your goals has its virtues—and its drawbacks. Better leadership, experts say, means diversifying leadership styles. There’s no one wrong way to be a leader—except, perhaps, being overly committed to the idea that there’s one right way of doing things. Consider the case of Elon Musk, who since taking over Twitter last year has worked to institute a productivity-focused, “hardcore” workplace culture at the social media platform.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.